How to obtain a ton?

Originally Posted by AvidAndAlive

So, my question is pretty simple.. How have you obtained a ton? Is it "easy" to do? Can it be done in a reasonable amount of time? What should I mainly look for?

Start with one pound, then add 1999 more. Presto! You've got a short ton. Easy, right?

Seriously, scrapping is real work, not a get-rich-quick scheme. The people who try to make it a get-rich-quick scheme are the ones who end up in jail. It's 99% hard work and 1% luck. Some days are home runs and some days are strike outs.

What's a "reasonable amount of time"? That's up to you.



What you should look for is anything that will make you money. Collect everything, sort it all out, sell it/take it to the yard, and then decide what is worth your time and what is not.


Read through this forum, it will be worth your time.